“The CUD’s mission is to improve environments and products through design innovation, research, education and design assistance.”Universal Design Principles/Guidelines:
- Provide the same means of use for all users: identical whenever possible; equivalent when not
- Avoid segregating or stigmatizing any users
- Provisions for privacy, security, and safety should be equally available to all users
- Facilitate the user's accuracy and precision
- Allow user to maintain a neutral body position
- Use reasonable operating forces
- Minimize repetitive actions
- Minimize sustained physical effort
- Provide a clear line of sight to important elements for any seated or standing user
- Make reach to all components comfortable for any seated or standing user
- Provide adequate space for the use of assistive devices or personal assistance